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Temperatures of up to 48 degrees are set to hit parts of Asia and the Middle East
Forecasters are warning of a prolonged spell of extreme heat across parts of the Northern Hemisphere. In countries across Asia and the Middle East, temperatures could rise to between 40 and 48 degrees even in the shade, and the nights will not bring any significant relief from the heat.
LELEKA’s performance at Eurovision 2026 will cost around $300,000
Ukraine’s entry at Eurovision 2026, performed by LELEKA, is expected to cost around $300,000. The singer has stated that her team has already secured over 93% of the required budget, although just over 80% had been raised by the time she left Ukraine.
Construction of the ‘Dynasty’ complex may have been consecrated by a priest of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church (Moscow Patriarchate) — investigation
The construction of the ‘Dynasty’ housing cooperative in Kozin, Kyiv Oblast, may have been consecrated by Viktor Drebotiy, Archpriest of the Church of All Saints of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church (Moscow Patriarchate) in Kyiv. His wife may have received a flat from former Deputy Prime Minister Chernyshov.
Discussions are underway in Europe regarding potential mediators for the negotiations on the war in Ukraine
Discussions have intensified in Europe regarding possible negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, with the involvement of European countries. Against this backdrop, political circles in Germany have begun to discuss potential mediators, with Angela Merkel and Frank-Walter Steinmeier being mentioned among them.
One day of the war costs Ukraine around $450 million – Sibiga
A single day of full-scale war with Russia costs Ukraine around $450 million. This was stated by Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga at the PISM Strategic Ark Conference, an international security conference held in Poland.
Ukrzaliznytsia has changed its booking procedure for special carriages following an appeal from Lubinets
Ukrzaliznytsia JSC has changed its approach to booking and reserving seats in special carriages following a response from Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets. This came about after a woman with a Group I disability since childhood contacted the company; she had been unable to purchase a ticket in time and consequently missed the opportunity to undergo a necessary medical examination.
Arsenal have lost one of their key players ahead of the Champions League final – the consequences could be disastrous
Arsenal are facing serious squad problems ahead of the Champions League final, in which Mikel Arteta’s side will face PSG. Ben White will not play again this season due to a knee injury.
The price difference is up to 6 UAH per litre: how much does fuel cost at petrol stations on 13 May
On Wednesday 13 May, petrol prices at filling stations across Ukraine remained stable following fluctuations in early May. Retail chains are keeping fuel prices unchanged, whilst the price difference for A-95 petrol between operators stands at 6 hryvnias per litre.
Zelenskyy has arrived in Romania for the ‘Bucharest Nine’ summit
The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and First Lady Olena Zelenska have arrived in Romania to take part in the ‘Bucharest Nine’ summit, which brings together the countries of Northern Europe.
The Pentagon has sent military personnel to Ukraine to study the use of drones – Hegset
US Defence Secretary Pete Hagseth stated that the Pentagon had sent American military personnel to Ukraine to study the combat use of drones. According to him, the US aims to use the experience gained to develop its own defensive and offensive capabilities.
Igor Kolyhaev, the mayor of Kherson, has been included on the 1,000-for-1,000 exchange list
Ihor Kolykhaiev, the mayor of Kherson, who has been held captive in Russia since 2022, has been included on the lists for a prisoner exchange on a 1,000-for-1,000 basis. This was announced by Viktor Gordienko, head of the Association of Farmers and Private Landowners of Kherson Oblast, following a conversation with Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets.
Trump has warned Iran that the war will be ended by force if it refuses to accept the US terms
US President Donald Trump has stated that Washington will “finish the job” if Iran does not agree to the US conditions regarding an end to the war and the nuclear programme. Tehran insists that the US must accept its latest peace plan.